Annual Day of Mourning in Penticton

PENTICTON - The City of Penticton will acknowledge the Annual Day of Mourning on Thursday, April 28 at 11 a.m., with a public gathering at the memorial tree in front of McLaren Park Arena.

Mayor Andrew Jakubeit will read the City’s proclamation and any members of the public wishing to come forward will have an opportunity to speak followed by a moment of silence.

Last year, 122 workers in British Columbia lost their lives as a result of work-related injury, illness or disease.

Across Canada, April 28 has been designated the Day of Mourning, a time when workers, families, employers and others come together to remember those who have lost their lives to work-related incidents or occupational diseases.

Throughout B.C. communities remember lost coworkers, friends and family while reflecting on a shared commitment to workplace safety.

The public is welcome to attend the event at McLaren Park Arena at 1350 King St.

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